Farming

With their vibrant green skin, mild flavour, and high nutritional value, garden eggs, also known as African eggplants, are becoming a reliable crop for …

With unpredictable weather patterns, strong winds, scorching sun, and heavy rains, many farmers are looking for natural, cost-effective ways to protect their crops and …

As Uganda faces more frequent dry spells, farmers like Swizen Wamala of Mambugu village in Kagadi district are turning to irrigation to keep their …

Despite being the backbone of Uganda’s economy and a source of livelihood for over 65% of the population, farming regions paradoxically have some of …

As demand for sustainable materials and alternative sources of income grows across Uganda, bamboo is quietly emerging as a green goldmine. Though still new …

Can exotic and indigenous cattle live together on the same farm or kraal? Yes, they can, but only under careful management. Experts warn that …

Isaac Mulindwa, a smallholder farmer from Kyengera, used to wonder why his crops were not thriving, despite all the fertilisers he applied. “I did …

Eggplant is increasingly becoming a profitable crop for both smallholder farmers and market vendors. With proper planning, the crop can be grown all year …

Joan Kantu stands proudly among her 200 mutuba trees. Known scientifically as Ficus natalensis, the mutuba tree is more than just a source of …

Animal manure is one of the most valuable resources a farmer can have, yet many overlook its full potential. When handled and applied correctly, …